Common lab tests include a complete blood count (CBC) that examines white and red blood cell levels, a chemistry panel that evaluates liver, kidney...
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The process is no more painful than a blood draw at your doctor's visit....
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Blood work can sometimes provide a definitive diagnosis....
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Follow-up lab work depends on what we find with the labs that we've done already....
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Whether follow-up lab work is needed depends on the initial findings....
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The most accurate lab tests depend on what we're specifically looking for....
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How soon you receive results really depends on the type of test that we're running....
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The safety of the cat is ensured by having multiple people available to help and experienced veterinary staff who know how to gently and safely res...
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Behavior modification is teaching a dog to exhibit a different behavior....
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While X-rays are excellent for aiding in diagnosis as they give us an idea of the general shape and size of the heart, an echocardiogram lets us lo...
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Cardiomyopathy is a blanket term for a problem in the muscle of the heart, so cardiomyopathy is a problem in the heart muscle, and that can arise f...
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In our experience, we do see more behavioral issues with certain breeds such as German Shepherds, Australian Shepherds, and Australian Blue Heeler-...
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If your puppy is vaccinated and well protected, you can take them almost anywhere that allows dogs for socialization....
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Your veterinarian will want to know the specifics of your dog's behavior, such as when it occurs, what triggers it, if anything alleviates it, when...
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Heart failure in dogs is when we're starting to notice not only the signs of cardiac disease but a decompensation, where they're no longer able to ...
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Spaying or neutering can sometimes help with specific behavioral issues, but it's not a cure-all....
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The basic vaccines required for dog training classes usually include the Distemper-Parvo combination, Rabies vaccine, and most places also require ...
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The need for medication can depend on the specific situation....
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The prognosis for dogs with heart issues varies depending on how early we find it....